Quotes from Scott Rogers

Gamers can feel when developers are passionate about their games. They can smell it like a dog smells fear. Don't be afraid to hold onto your unique vision: just be aware that it may not turn out exactly how you envisioned.

I think it's fair to say most video games let players experience only eight emotions: anger, panic, dread, surprise, wonder, satisfaction, joy and disappointment. And some games only disappoint.

If you think something is innovative, it just means you haven't been paying attention. attention. Scott Rogers

Don't become so attached to your ideas that you lose objectivity.

Every NPC needs a role. A job. A reason for living.

playing a game is a voluntary effort to overcome unnecessary obstacles.

Before I forget, I keep a notebook (and more recently a voice recorder) with me at all times. Why? Because I never know when a good idea is going to come along. The first step to a great game is a great idea. Don't lose that great idea. Make sure you write it down!

The producer's responsibilities include hiring and building teams; writing contracts; contributing to the game's design; managing the team's work schedule; balancing the game's budget; resolving disputes between creative and programming leads; acting as the team representative to upper management and publishers; coordinating the creation of outside resources such as art, music, and cutscenes; and arranging testing and localization.